1962 Austin A 99 vs. 2009 GMC Canyon
To start off, 2009 GMC Canyon is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Austin A 99. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Austin A 99 would be higher. At 2,912 cc (6 cylinders), 1962 Austin A 99 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Canyon (182 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1962 Austin A 99. (110 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Canyon should accelerate faster than 1962 Austin A 99.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1962 Austin A 99 (221 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 GMC Canyon. (190 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1962 Austin A 99 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 GMC Canyon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Austin A 99 | 2009 GMC Canyon | |
| Make | Austin | GMC |
| Model | A 99 | Canyon |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2912 cc | 2901 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 110 HP | 182 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4950 mm | 4890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 34 L | 72 L |
